Cash From Investing Activities

What is Cash From Investing Activities?

Cash From Investing Activities represents the amount of cash that a company brings in from its investing activities. It includes any cash inflows or outflows from the company's long-term investments.

Why is Cash From Investing Activities important?

Cash From Investing Activities is important because it shows how good or bad a management team is at investing or deploying capital. A negative value of Cash From Investing Activities can show poor performance, but it also can be a sign of increased investment activities.

How is Cash From Investing Activities calculated?

Cash From Investing Activities is the sum of: 

• Purchase / Sale of Business;
• Purchase / Sale of Investments; 
• Capital Expenditures; and
• Other Investing Cash Flow Items.